Careers Report

Work Placement
All VCAL students are required to obtain one day of work placement as part of their VCAL studies. A few students have already arranged their placements at local businesses and are eagerly awaiting the 1st March start date. Please support your child in obtaining a placement in the next few weeks, you never know where this may lead! Thanks to Emmett’s, Powell Farms, Fagan Auto, O’Connor’s, Laser Electrical, Your Regional Butcher and Preston Building for your ongoing support of our students.

Job Opportunities
Certificate III in Sports Turf Management (Greens Keeper) Apprenticeship
Skillinvest, on behalf of a Horsham Golf Club, are seeking an enthusiastic, committed person who enjoys outdoor work.
The successful candidate will study Certificate 3 in Sports Turf Management.
Ideally, the successful applicant will possess the following attributes:
  • Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions;
  • Self-motivated person wishing to commence a career in the horticulture field;
  • An interest in the golfing industry;
  • Be able to work in a busy team environment;
  • A reliable attitude with a desire to achieve high quality work;
  • Physically fit and ability to follow instructions;
  • Willingness to learn and undertake apprenticeship training.
For further details please contact Shane Cross on 0418 564 890.
TO APPLY: Written applications including a resume and cover letter to be submitted via our website: **www.skillinvest.com.au** by 5pm Friday 23rd February 2018.
Skillinvest is an equal opportunity employer

Automotive Spray Painting Apprenticeship
Skillinvest is currently recruiting on behalf of Wilson Bolton for an enthusiastic and committed person wishing to start a career within the smash repair industry.
The position represents an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful long-standing business with a reputation for high quality workmanship and customer service. Ideally, the successful applicant should possess:
  • Genuine desire to learn all aspects of this trade
  • Reliable and responsible attitude
  • Ability to follow instructions and work in a team environment
  • Keen interest in the automotive industry
For further details please contact Chris Perry on 0419 312 293.
TO APPLY: Written applications including a resume and cover letter to be submitted via our website www.skillinvest.com.au by 5pm Friday 2nd March 2018
Skillinvest is an equal opportunity employer

Automotive Apprenticeship (Mechanic – Light Vehicle)
Skillinvest is currently recruiting on behalf of Wilson Bolton for an enthusiastic and committed person wishing to start a career within the automotive industry.

The position represents an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful long standing business with a reputation for high quality workmanship and customer service. Ideally the successful applicant should possess:
  • A sound mechanical aptitude
  • Genuine desire to start an automotive apprenticeship
  • Applicants should also demonstrate a strong commitment to customer service and pride of work
  • Ability to follow instructions and work in a team environment
Tasks involved may include:
  • Service & Repair the mechanical parts of motor vehicles such as engines, transmissions (clutch, gear box) and suspension systems
  • Discover faults, listen to engines, fit & operate special test equipment & test drive faults
  • Repair, replace worn or faulty parts, referring to manual if necessary
  • Reassemble, test, clean & adjust repaired or replaced parts or assemblies using various instruments to make sure they are working properly & putting them back into vehicle
  • Establish relationships with customers
  • Work effectively with others
For further details please contact Chris Perry on 0419 312 293
TO APPLY: Written applications including a resume and cover letter to be submitted via our website **www.skillinvest.com.au** by 5pm Friday 2nd March 2018

Nicole Stewart
Careers/VET Co-ordinator
Structured Workplace Learning